Top Aichi Prefecture Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

【OUTLINE】 The origins of Aichi region's knowledge in automotive and aircraft industries can be found here in the emblematic streets of Inuyama, where mechanical dolls are still handcrafted by the last Karakuri master of Japan. Have the chance to meet the master in person and enjoy exceptional performance. Wear a traditional kimono to relish the moment at its fullest! Accompanied by our local guide, immerse yourself in the captivating charm of Inuyama, its gorgeous festival floats and the breathtaking view from the ancient castle overlooking the Kiso river. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Fall in love with Inuyama's scenic streets while wearing a gorgeous kimono. ・Meet the very last karakuri doll master, Mr. Tamaya Shobei the 9th. ・Learn about the ancient mechanics that inspired some of Japan's most advanced robotic technologies. ・Witness breathtaking views from the top of Inuyama Castle.

On this tour, you will wear a kimono and walk in the old town of Mt. Inuyama. If you wear a colorful kimono, you might even feel like a princess? The old town itself where you can walk and eat is also an instragrammable spot. Inuyama is famous for its Kushi cuisine (skewers), there are several types of skewers all of which are kawaii. Looking around and enjoy Kushi tasting and enjoy eating small delicious sushi. The best photo spot is Atago Jinja where the cute pink heart vocative tablet and torii are connected! What kind of picture do you like to take? There are many spots to choose from, you might get lost. Let's discover a place admired by all and take kawaii photos.

In the past there were over 25,000 castles in Japan. Today there are 12 castles, 5 which are national treasures. In this plan visit National Treasure Inuyama Castle and its castle town, 30 minutes from Nagoya. A river flows behind the castle, and it appearance over a small hill attracts fans from across Japan. The castle's presence today remians from the fiere battlefield during the Warring State period, and attacks by generals. The highlight is not only Inuyama Castle. The highway that prospered as a castle town still remains. You can discover houses and festival atmospheres at the museum and see many other things. Let's discover the Warring State Period and Inuyama Castle.

One hour by train from Nagoya, Toyota is famous as the "city of cars." It produces the most cars in Japan. There are many exciting attractions related to auto-vehicles in the city. In this plan, you can learn about the history of industrial development, and see what the future looks like. First visit the museum that introduces Toyota, its continuous drive of creation and fine details. In Toyota's Ecoful Town, see what the world will be 50 years on with cutting-edge technology. At Toyota Kaikan Museum see cool cars! See self-driving cars along with the latest line of cars. This is a great tour for car and technology lovers!

Feel tired of sightseeing? Experience the slow-life on an island surrounded by nature. The tour starts at Kouwa Station, an one hour train ride from Nagoya City or Chubu Centrair International Airport. Visit two unknown smalls islands Shinojima and Hikagajima, 20 minutes by boat from Kouwa Port. Shinojima is the first spot. Eat fresh delicious fish. The largest amount of shirasu in Japan is here. Next at Kashima, there are octopus everywhere! There are objects and cute photo spots. No lively tour spots! Take a pleasant walk around the countryside, feel the nature. Your guide will show you must-see spots on the island allowing you to visit two islands in one day!

【OUTLINE】 Hatcho Miso is a type of soybean miso with a distinctive strong flavor originated in Hatcho, Okazaki (Aichi Prefecture). In the Edo period, two miso warehouses were built in the village of Hatcho (currently in Hatcho Town, Okazaki City, Aichi Prefecture) about 870 meters west of Okazaki Castle, the place where Ieyasu Tokugawa was born. For this reason, this type of soybean miso began to be called “Hatcho Miso”. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 ・Visit a 400-years-old miso warehouse and discover the fascinating history of the production of Hatcho miso (dark red miso) in Okazaki ・Learn the key to the deliciousness of Hatcho miso, which has been used at a 2-star Michelin restaurant in Paris ・Get familiar with the richness of miso flavors through our exceptional miso tasting. ・Take the opportunity to purchase unique souvenirs made with miso straight out of our miso warehouse ・Enjoy an optional lunch when visiting us in the morning (optional)

This is an experience of making tatami cushions so you can feel Japan even after going back home. You will be taught by the 4th generation owner of a tatami mat shop founded in the first year of Showa(1926). HIGHLIGHTS: This is an experience of making tatami mats that fit the size of a chair, born from the desire of artisans “to sit on tatami mats even after returning home." You can choose from various patterns for the edge, so you can create a design that you like. You can also experience the depth of tatami mats used in Japanese houses by using the needles and threads dedicated for making tatami mats. You can work in a tatami room made by an artisan. Let's talk about various things while having lunch with an artisan.

A one day trip from Nagayo to the photogenic island of Sakushima. Here you can enjoy the beautiful mountain and seas. An island revitalized by works of art where many tourists come to take photos. This artwork is not just for glancing at, you can also become part of the artwork. This place is catchy for women who want photogenic photos, as well as men who enjoy photo taking. You can also enjoy the islands seasonal specialities and swim in the summer. Let's have a relaxing time on a natural island where there are no traffic lights nor convenience stores.

Okazaki, the second largest city in Aichi Prefecture, has a long history and you can enjoy traditional buildings and food. It is also a recommended place for sightseeing because of its convenience. Make fun memories with the guide staff.

The headquarters of Mizukan, the company that produces Japam's No.1 vinegar. At the Mizkan museum see large ships and learn about Japanese food. There is also a place to make your sushi, and own label for the healthy ponzu and so on! Since this mikan was developed for sake, there is also a sake storehouse on site! Let's learn about sake in the hall which has over 200 years of sake information archived. Of course, you can taste and buy sake here! Finally, in a brewery characterized by red bricks, we will drink a pint of reprint edition of Kabuto Beer. It is said to be a visionary beer. For those interested in food, this is recommended for you.

With a National Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Nagoya / Aichi more efficiently in one day. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Fukuoka accompanied by an experienced guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese ancient city. Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Nagoya or anywhere else, then visit Nagoya's famous sites including Nagoya Castle, The Atsuta Shrine, The Museum Meiji-mura and Nagoya gourmet and anywhere else as you like. Go in depth with a private guide who customizes your 4 hour tour to your interests. Please let us know what would you like to experience and what time would you like to join the tour and where you stay. We would customize the tour based on your requests!

With a National Licensed and Experienced English speaking guide, this tour will allow you to explore Nagoya / Aichi more efficiently in one day. Enjoy a full-day walking tour in Fukuoka accompanied by an experienced guide who shares the modern and traditional sides of the dynamic Japanese ancient city. Begin your day with a morning pickup from your hotel in Nagoya or anywhere else, then visit Nagoya's famous sites including Nagoya Castle, The Atsuta Shrine, The Museum Meiji-mura and Nagoya gourmet and anywhere else as you like. Go in depth with a private guide who customizes your 6 hour tour to your interests. Please let us know what would you like to experience and what time would you like to join the tour and where you stay. We would customize the tour based on your requests!

Visit all famous spots in Nagoya in one day! The world-famous TOYOTA originated here. See the spirit of manufacturing in a large museum, as a large factory/exhibition. Visit Japan's largest castle, Nagoya Castle. It is famous for its gold whales. Look at the luxurious Japanese style room shining with gold objects from the time. For lunch, choose your favorite dish from Nagoya's specialties. Take a walk in the elaborate Japanese garden, feel the four seasons of Japan. Take photos in an elegant castle-like building. Finally visit several ways to enjoy Nagoya, visit temples, eating, shopping and game centers. Purchase a one-day bus ticket, your guide will show you around the whole day!

The most vibrant shopping street in Nagoya is the Osu shopping district. Every street has different cultures, and people come here regardless of their age, gender or nationality. Enjoy eating specialties including miso cutlets, chicken wings, unique confectionery, etc. while walking! You can freely enter shops that interest you as this is a tour for you! There are shops for kawaii women, an electric town for otaku and much more. A fun experience is to visit 2 temples, old and new. Both are historical, however, one is traditional, the other a modern temple that is rare nationwide. This is a unique experience like no other! Visit a game center, a popular amusement! Enjoy UFO catchers and purikura.

If you are using Chubu Centrair International Airport and wondering what to do for a few hours, consider taking this tour! You will walk around Tokoname city known for pottery, which is 5 minutes away from the airport. Tokoname's pottery has a history of more than 1000 years. The city is also famous for "Manekineko", a gesturing cat figure which is thought to bring prosperity to businesses. Many of those you see across Japan are made in Tokoname where there is a wide variety of themed figures. Imagine walking in a small city full of "Manekineko" and you will feel excited! This tour highlighting pottery will introduce you to handmade crafts, and even let you make your own!

"Take a train and bus from Nagoya to Asuke. Deep in the mountains, Asuke is famous for its autumn leaves, Korankei. It is a popular spot in November during Korankei, but a spot enjoyable all year round. Walk around the old town along the beautiful river, you will see many old-fashioned buildings. There are no tourists to be seen around, why don't you keep this city a secret to yourself? The highlight is Asuke Yashiki, explore and experience craftsmanship here. In a time with no electricity, people's lives were full with wisdom. Discover the craftsmanship from this era. Choose your favorite craft to explore, bamboo basket making, painting or weaving. Let's make an unique sovenir for yourself!"

Japanese ceramics is popular all over the world. Seto is an area representative of ceramics, a tourist area not even the Japanese know! First visit a museum to learn and experience setoyaki. Here we set foot into Seto olden times where setoyaki flourished. Don't miss the beautiful wall made in the kiln, a great photo opportunity! Explore a large kiln used in the past, choose your favorite cup to drink coffee and other activities only possible in Seto. You can also make and design your own unique plates. We will take you on a journey to discover Japanese ceramics, an unique experience only possible in Seto.

1.5 hours by bus from Nagoya, it is Sekisihi that provides famous Japanese cutlery. It is also called 1 of the world's 3 generations of cutlery production areas. During the war, many swords were made here. Today, this technique is used and accepted all over the world as a blade that "does not break, bends and cuts well." Although Japanese swords cannot be bought easily, they are highly regarded as works of art from their elaborate craftsmanship. In Seki, you can learn about the Japanese swords, see their beauty, know and learn about them. The best part of the tour is that you can purchase a kitchen knife that suits your needs. If there is a craftsman, you may be able to see a knife sharpening!

A tour around luxurious and majestic buildings built in Meiji and Taisho eras, a plan that architecture lovers can enjoy! The magnificent castle-like buildings are secretly popular with the locals as photo spots and are also used assets for various dramas and movies. Enjoy both Western and Japanese style architecture on this tour. There is also a place where both styles are mixed in a room, enjoy the unique beauty of Japanese architecture only to be seen here. This is recommended for anyone interested in architecture, Japanese culture, and photography! It's a shame tourist miss this spot when Nagoya Castle is close by. Want to stroll around Nagoya's local town? Take a tour with otomo!

Nagoya Castle is a popular site, but for history lovers, we also recommend Atsuta Jingu. About 5 mins by train from Nagoya station, Atsuta Jingu is located in a vast precinct away from the city. Its history goes back to 1900 years. It is a historical Jingu made from Japanese myth and legend of the Emperor's family. Next is Nagoya Castle of the Owari Tokugawa family with over 400 years of history and the Tokugawa Art Museum. See the gorgeous interiors, national treasures, and important cultural assets. It is necessary to travel by bus and train, so you should be with a guide! Whether it's your first visit to Japan or not, it is a highly recommended plan with Japanese history and culture.

Due to the mountainous nature of Japan's central region, getting around by train is difficult and time-consuming, but by joining this bus tour you can visit both Gujo and Shirakawago in a single day, departing from Nagoya !

On this tour you'll be transported by coach from Nagoya to see UNESCO world heritage village of Shirakawago and stroll through the historical town of Takayama.

When traveling abroad, there is no other experience like cooking and eating a meal with a local. Akiko opens her Nagoya home to visitors to cook a meal and share conversation. Enjoy learning to make classic Nagoya dishes such as red miso stew and shrimp tempura in an onigiri (rice ball) or fried chicken. Get a glimpse into the life of an Osaka local, and immerse yourself in Japanese cuisine and culture.

【OUTLINE】 In this tour we will visit the most emblematic places of Tokoname and learn about its fascinating history by the hand of your local guide. We will take a walk through unique pottery footpaths where you will get a feel for the town's love of Manekineko (Fortune cat) by going to places such as the Manekineko street and Tokoname’s picturesque pottery galleries. At the end of this tour you can also visit pottery studio to learn about history of Tokoname pottery. 【HIGHLIGHTS】 Take a wonderful tour around the historic streets and places of Tokoname Learn everything about traditional pottery of Tokoname Enjoy a tour through the Manekineko Street and see its 39 adorable statues made by pottery artists Visit pottery studio, and learn about pottery while watching professional working Be amused by Tokoname’s picturesque streets and get the feel of Tokoname's ceramics heritage